How to Create NetSuite Dashboards for Your Project Tasks

Take one of the first steps in customizing your NetSuite instance.

NetSuite dashboards are personalized entry points into the NetSuite ERP system. They feature everything you need to view daily, including reminders, tasks, KPIs, saved searches, and more.

The following steps show how to create a dashboard for project tasks. This tool can organize a variety of information, such as a project's budget utilization or assigned tasks. Or you can use the same instructions to create dashboards for any kind of data or NetSuite operation, such as purchase orders needing approval.

It's a quick and easy process, so you can start fully utilizing your company's NetSuite dashboards today.

1. Go to your Netsuite dashboard.

This is a screenshot of the first step in creating a project task dashboard.

2. Click on Personalize.

This is a screenshot of the second step in creating a project task dashboard.

3. Click the arrow over until you see the List icon. Click or drag the List icon.

This is a screenshot of the third step in creating a project task dashboard.

4. Set up your Project Tasks portlet.

a. Click on Set Up

b. Then find and select Project Task from the List Type tab

c. Click Save

This is a screenshot of the fourth step in creating a project task dashboard.

5. Adjust filters.

a. Set Assignee to -Mine-

b. Set Status to -ALL-

c. Set Quick Sort to Recently Modified

d. Optional: Go to Set Up and Edit View for advanced features and customization

This is a screenshot of the fifth step in creating a project task dashboard.

Vast Possibilities for NetSuite Dashboards

Of course, project task lists are just one use for NetSuite dashboards. You can build them out in so many other ways. Here's a quick demonstration from our CEO, Jake Kleiner.

A NetSuite ERP is a massive system with thousands of functionalities. So, you may feel overwhelmed once it's implemented. And that's ok. At SuiteDynamics, we offer comprehensive training that prepares your team to fully utilize the system and its customizations. We'll do whatever it takes to get you comfortable with the software, from creating training documents to conducting online courses for your staff. Contact us today to learn more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I personalize NetSuite dashboards for different user roles?

NetSuite dashboards can be customized to display role-specific information that matters most to each team member. Administrators can create and assign different dashboard layouts. For example, finance teams can see financial KPIs, sales teams can view pipeline metrics, and executives can get high-level performance indicators. Users can further personalize their assigned dashboards by adding, removing, or rearranging portlets, adjusting refresh rates, and saving preferred filters. This multi-level customization ensures everyone sees the most relevant information without being overwhelmed by unnecessary data.

What types of visual reports can be included in NetSuite dashboards?

NetSuite dashboards support various visualization options beyond basic tables and charts. Users can incorporate KPI scorecards with color-coded performance indicators, trend graphs showing data over customizable time periods, and interactive charts that reveal detailed information on hover or click. The system also supports geographical maps for territory analysis, gauge charts for measuring performance against targets, and milestone trackers for project management. These visual elements can be configured to automatically refresh at specified intervals, ensuring teams always see the most current data.

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